Family faces charges in mortgage fraud scheme - 2004-03-18
A family renting an oceanfront home was enjoying the high life with thousands of dollars scammed in an elaborate mortgage fraud scheme, authorities said.

Antwan Issa, his sons, daughter-in-law and grandson face numerous charges including money-laundering, receiving stolen property, forgery and conspiracy.
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Stormy forecast for home market - 2004-03-18
Earlier this week, as I readied for the sleet of an unwelcome pre-St. Patrick's Day storm, I thought about what a strange season this has been - not only in the weather but in the economy and housing as well.

Mortgage rates are at historic lows and real estate values are strong, but not even the heat of the housing market can melt the cold reality of unaffordable prices for many first- time home buyers.
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